2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 436 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sportage | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
